This Is a Horrible Book of Foul Facts

This installment from the popular "Horrible Histories" series offers a collection of bizarre, gross, and often hilarious historical facts designed to captivate young readers. Author Terry Deary aims to make history engaging by focusing on the "horrible" and often overlooked details, challenging conventional, sanitized narratives. Perfect for children aged 4-11, especially reluctant readers, this book uses a non-linear format with short sections, quizzes, and diverse illustrations to present information. It encourages critical thinking about historical accuracy and provides a fun, irreverent entry point into world history, sparking curiosity beyond traditional textbooks.

From rotten Roman graffiti to terrible teacher tortures and rude royal nicknames, the foul facts are all inside. Want to know: the crushing details about execution by elephant? How to soften your skin Georgian-style, using the skins of puppies? Whose idea of a top treat was mashed deer tongues? Whether you're desperate to discover which famous rulers were left-handed, raring to read about the top ten dogs of all time, or just aching to ask about assassinating apes, then this book is for you. History has never been so horrible!